Kamarbandh

A traditional ornament crafted for the groom, the royal Kamarbandh is an accessory that is worn around the waist. It glorifies and complements the entire look in a ethnic Manyavar outfit.

The Kamarbandh is an ornate waist band, worn by Indian men along with their ethnic attire. It is used to embellish the entire outfit with its vibrant and eye catching appearance. The word Kamarbandh is derived from Hindi, where Kamar means waist and Bandh that is similar to band. Hence its English translation is waist-band. The attractive apparel, as the name suggests, is worn around the waist and accentuates your appearance. The Kamarbandh was a big part of the royal wardrobe and today is a dominant part of an ethnic outfit.

The Kamabandh was first adopted by the British military officers in colonial India. Since it was a dominant part of the Indian male attire, the British were exposed to the garment and found it very fashionable. They tweaked its use and wore it as an alternative to a waistcoat on their uniform, and later even civilians adopted it as a part of their outfit. Modern day Europeans use the Kamarbandh as a part of their traditional attire for occasions like, a black tie event.

In India, the Kamarbandh was once a part of the royal outfit and hence its significance in an ethnic wear is high. When worn along with traditional attire, it gives you a royal look. For a groom in India, a traditional outfit is considered incomplete without a Kamarbandh. It is considerd as one of the finest embellishments to the male attire.

Today, this exquisite garment comes is various colours and with attractive intricate work. A kurta, a pair of churidar and jutis, and a Kamarbandh would be an example of a perfect ethnic set. You can wear it to any occasion such as weddings or festivals, and it will surely enhance your look. Additional accessories like a mala or broach can add an extra touch of elegance to your attire.